HOMECOMING 2025

Fifty years ago, Mary Hardin-Baylor’s slogan was “As Old as Texas, as Young as Tomorrow.” These words told an important story. In a time of great change, they were a solid reminder of our rich heritage and commitment to remain relevant in modern education. This campus has served many generations of alumni who have become a part of our story and legacy. At Homecoming 2025, we can’t wait to celebrate both our heritage and the joy of welcoming you home again.

Open House & Registration

October 17-18, 2025

Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House

Visit the alumni center and museum, look at historical displays, and pick up everything you need for an exciting Homecoming!

Friday Hours: 12 - 7 p.m.

Saturday Hours: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Homecoming Pep Rally

October 17, 2025 | 9 p.m.

Luther Memorial

Join us for our annual Homecoming Pep Rally featuring the Cru Spirit Band, UMHB Dance Team, and Cru Cheer. Enjoy the phenomenal lighting of the letters and fireworks.

Texas Fun Run

October 18, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.

Crusader Stadium

Calling all running enthusiasts! Come and be part of the Texas Fun Run at Homecoming. Not only will you get a chance to experience the 1.2-mile route in the shape of Texas on our beautiful campus, but you will also get to help support the Young Alumni Missions Fund, which supports UMHB students on mission trips. Registration for this is $20 per person, with a portion going to the mission fund, and check-in will begin at 7:30 a.m. All runners who complete the race will get a special prize at the finish line.

*This race is an all-terrain course across campus, through parking lots, up and down stairs, and through one building.

Homecoming Hymn Sing

October 18, 2025 | 9 -10 a.m.

Hughes Recital Hall, Presser Hall

Start your morning off right with a devotional from Daniel McAfee, Baptist Student Ministry Director, followed by a Hymn Sing led by Bobby Johnson ’76, Tim Kemp ’87, Chris Barnes ’98, and Josh Stewart ’04, with Beth Norvell '03 sharing some special stories from our history. Heritage Club will host a reception in the lobby following the event.

Coffee with the Cru

October 18, 2025 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Bawcom Student Union, 2nd Floor Lobby

UMHB’s Young Alumni Board invites current students and alumni from the past 10 years for FREE coffee, networking, door-prize signups, and a visit with Career Services! We will have FREE coffee from Summer Moon, Sly Fox, Buckles and Beans, and Muscovy, so don’t miss out on this amazing experience.

Spirit Stop

October 18, 2025 | 12 - 1 p.m.

King Street

Check out the Spirit Stop hosted by First Year Collective and let them share their Cru Spirit before the Homecoming game. They will offer temporary tattoos, spirit paint, and hair color to help everyone get decked out in purple, gold, and white. You do not want to miss this!

Cru Kids Day

October 18, 2025 | 12 - 12:15 p.m.

Crusader Stadium Tunnel

Our Cru Kids are invited to spend time on the field with Crunk, the UMHB Dance Team, Cru Cheer, and members of the Cru Football team. This event is for registered Cru Kids only; they must wear their new shirt or ID. To register your child, visit alumni.umhb.edu/crukids; the registration deadline is August 31.

UMHB Football vs. Texas Wesleyan University

October 18, 2025 | 2 p.m.

Crusader Stadium

Come cheer on the Cru as they take on the Rams in an exciting Homecoming matchup. General admission tickets can be purchased with registration at the alumni discount of $7 each. All alumni are encouraged to visit the alumni check-in table on the south concourse to pick up some alumni swag.

Band Alumni Reunion

Crusader Stadium

Calling all former UMHB Band members. Join us for a reunion and a chance to play with the band during the Homecoming football game. Alumni will need to pre-register for this event to be included.

McLane College of Business Reunion Luncheon

McLane Great Hall, Bawcom Student Union

If you are a McLane College of Business alumni or current student, join us for a special reunion luncheon! We will enjoy a chicken fajita lunch buffet and a special message from our new dean, Dr. Andrew Tiger. Tickets are FREE for our alumni and current students if they preregister, and $20 for guests. This will be a great time for networking and an opportunity to connect with faculty, students, and other business alumni.